To meet optimal handling stipulations, optic fibre cables are typically delivered on large diameter drums in lengths up to 1000 metres. This reduces handling costs and also prevents damage to the cables. This also presents a challenge, because these massively heavy and large diameter drums are very difficult to handle. Enter: Our cable stand hire!… Read more »
Winch Hire News
Mesmerising Pictures of the Queensland Fires
Last week, we were mesmerized by news about the catastrophic Queensland fires that have swept through the state and caused thousands of residents to flee their homes. With over 100 Queensland fires burning, towns, schools, rail and roads were shut down while firefighters responded to rapidly unfolding fire threats. At Winch Hire Australia, we empathize… Read more »
Our 2018/2019 Holiday Trading Hours
Dear valued customers, To assist with your end of year planning, we would like to advise you that Winch Hire Australia will close on Friday the 21st December at 3pm, and reopen on Monday the 7th of January. To allow adequate time for wire rope changes or equipment modifications, please ensure your holiday period hire… Read more »
Lift and Shift with Our Electric Winches and Hoists
Our winches and hoists are going to high places. Our 1 Tonne and 2.2 Tonne electric winches with wire rope are ideal for working in long elevator shafts. On the other hand, our 1 Tonne and 2 Tonne electric hoists have chain lengths up to 50 metres and are the ideal size for work that… Read more »
Hydraulic Crimpers & Crimping Heads – Capacity up to 55 Tonne
Aluminium cables are well-known for being cost-effective, particularly when compared to copper cables (aluminium can be 20-50% cheaper, depending on the cable type). Aluminium cables also have a weight advantage. These features make aluminium cables an ideal choice for many companies – as a result, the demand for our 55 Tonne Hydraulic Remote Head… Read more »
Our Highly Versatile Cable Puller Twin Capstan Electric Winch
Our Cable Puller Twin Capstan Electric Winch is available in a convenient, wheel-mounted frame that is complete with operator safety screen and A-frame for secure tow-bar hitching. The frame design features two cable guide pulleys, which assist the cable’s angle and direction straight into the conduit or trench. The Cable Puller Twin Capstan Electric Winch… Read more »
We’d Like to Welcome All New Winch Rental Customers!
We’d like to say a big thanks to every new customer who rented equipment from us this month. We work hard to maintain our competitive prices and ensure that our customers have access to a range of exclusive equipment, and your support means a lot. At Winch Hire Australia, we’re more than just a general… Read more »
Looking for a Cable Crimping Tool? Browse Our Range Today!
High capacity cable crimpers are all the rage lately – our 400 mm2 and 500 mm2 units are in particularly short supply. These crimping tools are designed for HVM cable and are working hard on infrastructure projects throughout Australia. Incidentally, our range also includes cable crimpers up to 630 mm2, so contact us if you… Read more »
Simplify Cable Hauling with a Cable Drum Stand
To meet optimal handling stipulations, optic fibre cables are typically delivered on large diameter drums in lengths of up to 1000 metres. Although this reduces handling costs and damage to optic fibre, it also presents a challenge to cable haulers, as these drums are extremely heavy and large in size. This is where our cable… Read more »
Cable Tray Hauling Accessories
Hauling cable in cable trays presents a unique and difficult challenge for the installer. Often, there are undulating expanses complete with snags, varying levels and sharp bends to overcome. Our cable tray rollers and guides are specifically designed to assist with these difficulties. Once setup is complete, our guides and rollers effortlessly allow power and… Read more »
Find out More About the Annual Load Testing, Brake Hold Testing and Certification of Our Lifting Equipment
To meet rigorous Lifting Equipment site stipulations, our scheduled maintenance programme includes annual load testing, brake hold testing and certification for our entire fleet of winches and hoists. Scheduled annually with consideration to rental periods, every winch and hoist undergoes this process of accreditation, completed by workshop personnel who are trained and competent in every… Read more »
Winch Hire Australia Adds New Fibre Optic Winch to Hire Range
To meet high demand, we are commissioning an additional Trailer Mounted Optic Fibre Winch which is expected to be Ready To Rent in June 2018. The feedback we receive about our range of Trailer Mounted Fibre Optic Equipment is all positive, thanks to the convenience and ease of equipment transportation to and around job sites… Read more »
